On Thursday, Russia launched a full-scale military attack on Ukraine. Air raid sirens rang out in downtown Kyiv as several cities across Ukraine were hit with what Ukrainian officials said were Russian missile strikes and artillery.

On Thursday, Russia launched a full-scale military attack on Ukraine. Air raid sirens rang out in downtown Kyiv as several cities across Ukraine were hit with what Ukrainian officials said were Russian missile strikes and artillery. According to reports, citizens were seen rushing to underground metro stations to take shelter, as authorities declared martial law. Key developments so far: Russian President Putin meets with the security council of Russia, Putin calls Ukrainian authorities 'gang of drug addicts and neo-Nazis’ Putin calls on Ukraine army to remove leadership in Kyiv NATO secretary general says, Russia has shattered peace and bears complete responsibility for the cold blooded, illegal invasion. “We stand with people of Ukraine and it's right to choose its path.” IOC urges all federations to cancel events in Russia or Belarus EU agrees to freeze Putin, Lavrov assets over Ukraine: Diplomats Debates on disconnecting Russia from SWIFT not removed from agenda, continuing, says Luxembourg foreign minister Ukrainian troops deploy MRLS ‘grad’ in Kiev to provoke casualties among civilians: Moscow Indian Ministry of External Affairs spoke to his Ukraine counterpart, emphasising its support of diplomacy and dialogue and also discussed about Indian nationals in Ukraine Ban for Russian airlines to fly in Polish airspace to take effect from midnight: Polish government Over 1,000 Russian servicement killed Ukraine's Defence Ministry on Friday claimed that more than 1,000 Russian servicemen had been killed so far in the Ukrainian conflict. "Russia has not suffered so many casualties during the fighting in any of its armed conflicts since its inception," the ministry said. Also read | Live updates: Putin calls on Ukraine army to remove leadership in Kyiv Russia says capture Black Sea island, to deploy paratroopers to guard Chernobyl site A spokesman for Russia's defence ministry said on Friday said that the country will deploy paratroopers to help guard the closed Chernobyl nuclear power plant near Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. 'We have been left alone to defend our state': Zelensky Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that his country had been left on its own to fight Russia. "We have been left alone to defend our state," Zelenisky declared in a video address to the nation made at the end of the first day of the Russian attack. "Who is ready to fight alongside us? I don't see anyone. Who is ready to give Ukraine a guarantee of NATO membership? Everyone is afraid," he added. Sanctions imposed Several countries have retaliated with sanctions, both political and economic. These countries include - the US, UK, Taiwan, EU, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and Germany France says EU wants to cut all connections between Russia and global financial system France's finance minister Bruno Le Maire on Friday said that the European Union (EU) wants to cut all links between Russia and the global financial system. During a meeting of European finance ministers, he said that the EU "wants to cut all the links between Russia and the global financial system." "We want to isolate Russia financially... We want to dry up the financing," he further added. Also read | What's the reason for Ukraine-Russia conflict? Here's what you should know Important things to know: Russia's defence ministry says more than 200 people from Ukraine special units were eliminated on capture of Hostomel airfield Ukraine's defence ministry says more than 1,000 Russian soldiers were killed so far in Ukraine conflict. The Ukrainian military reports significant fighting in the area of Ivankiv. Zelensky asks Europeans with 'combat experience' to fight for Ukraine. Russian troops seized the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. In Russia, police arrest thousands participating in 'anti-war' protests Nearly 1,400 people were detained by Russian police during anti-war protests across the country after President Vladimir Putin sent troops to invade Ukraine, an independent monitor reported Thursday. "More than 1,391 people have already been detained in 51 cities," said OVD-Info, which tracks arrests at opposition rallies. According to the monitor, more than 700 people have been detained in Moscow and over 340 in Saint Petersburg, the second-largest city.

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After months of speculations, calculations, assessments and back-to-back diplomatic talks, Ukraine is under attack from land and sea, this is the biggest attack in Europe since the cold war. Global markets register a comeback after plunging on Day 1 of the conflict.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Global markets register a comeback

Indian Prime Minister has spoken to the Russian President Vladimir Putin wherein the latter briefed the Indian prime minister about the recent developments regarding Ukraine. The prime minister meanwhile reiterated his long-standing conviction that the differences between Russia and NATO can only be resolved through honest and sincere dialogue.

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In an extraordinary last-minute move Manhattan's Carnegie Hall has cut the acclaimed Russian conductor Valery Gergiev, a close supporter of Vladimir Putin, from its programming this weekend "due to recent world events," a spokesperson at the prestigious institution told AFP Thursday.

The decision -- which Carnegie and the Vienna Philharmonic had earlier delivered in a joint statement, without specifiying an exact cause -- comes in the wake of the Russian president's invasion of Ukraine, which has drawn international condemnation.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-updates-ukraine-conflict-at-least-137-killed-as-russia-continues-military-operation-455211">Live updates: Ukraine conflict: At least 137 killed as Russia continues military operation</a>

Protesters were expected at the superstar maestro's three highly anticipated appearances leading the Vienna Philharmonic in New York to begin Friday.&nbsp;

Gergiev has not yet spoken publicly regarding Moscow's offensive, but he has proven fiercely loyal to the Russian president in the past, and has triggered protests at previous New York performances for allying with him on matters including the annexation of Crimea and a law aimed at stifling LGBT rights activists in Russia.

Russian pianist Denis Matsuev -- another Putin supporter who was scheduled to solo with the Vienna Philharmonic on Friday -- was also dropped from the performance.

Yannick Nezet-Seguin will fill Gergiev's spot, according to the statement, conducting the weekend of shows ahead of his direction of Verdi's "Don Carlos" on Monday at the Metropolitan Opera, of which he is musical director.

The soloist for Friday's program has yet to be announced.

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"Carnegie Hall and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra are immensely grateful to Yannick Nezet-Seguin for stepping in for these performances at very short notice," read the statement.

The globe-trotting Gergiev has also faced pressure in Milan, where he is currently leading Tchaikovsky's "The Queen of Spades" at the Teatro alla Scala, to speak out against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

If he doesn't, "the collaboration will be over," Italian media quoted Milan's mayor as saying.

Gergiev is also on deck to conduct the Mariinsky Orchestra at Carnegie Hall in early May. The prestigious hall did not indicate whether those performances were still scheduled to go ahead as planned.

In an extraordinary last-minute move Manhattan's Carnegie Hall has cut the acclaimed Russian conductor Valery Gergiev, a close supporter of Vladimir Putin, from its programming this weekend "due to recent world events," a spokesperson at the prestigious institution told AFP Thursday.

In an extraordinary last-minute move Manhattan's Carnegie Hall has cut the acclaimed Russian conductor Valery Gergiev, a close supporter of Vladimir Putin, from its programming this weekend "due to recent world events," a spokesperson at the prestigious institution told AFP Thursday. The decision -- which Carnegie and the Vienna Philharmonic had earlier delivered in a joint statement, without specifiying an exact cause -- comes in the wake of the Russian president's invasion of Ukraine, which has drawn international condemnation. Live updates: Ukraine conflict: At least 137 killed as Russia continues military operation Protesters were expected at the superstar maestro's three highly anticipated appearances leading the Vienna Philharmonic in New York to begin Friday. Gergiev has not yet spoken publicly regarding Moscow's offensive, but he has proven fiercely loyal to the Russian president in the past, and has triggered protests at previous New York performances for allying with him on matters including the annexation of Crimea and a law aimed at stifling LGBT rights activists in Russia. Russian pianist Denis Matsuev -- another Putin supporter who was scheduled to solo with the Vienna Philharmonic on Friday -- was also dropped from the performance. Yannick Nezet-Seguin will fill Gergiev's spot, according to the statement, conducting the weekend of shows ahead of his direction of Verdi's "Don Carlos" on Monday at the Metropolitan Opera, of which he is musical director. The soloist for Friday's program has yet to be announced. Also read: Sean Penn visits Ukraine to make documentary on Russian invasion "Carnegie Hall and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra are immensely grateful to Yannick Nezet-Seguin for stepping in for these performances at very short notice," read the statement. The globe-trotting Gergiev has also faced pressure in Milan, where he is currently leading Tchaikovsky's "The Queen of Spades" at the Teatro alla Scala, to speak out against Russia's invasion of Ukraine. If he doesn't, "the collaboration will be over," Italian media quoted Milan's mayor as saying. Gergiev is also on deck to conduct the Mariinsky Orchestra at Carnegie Hall in early May. The prestigious hall did not indicate whether those performances were still scheduled to go ahead as planned.

Putin supporter Gergiev axed from Carnegie Hall shows

After attacking Ukraine and global condemnation for Russia in response to Zelenskyy's proposal, the Russian president Vladimir Putin now says that he is ready to send a high-ranking delegation to Minsk for negotiations with Kyiv all this according to the Kremlin.

Russian president Vladimir Putin ready for negotiations with Kyiv

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Russian troops take over a key airbase in Ukraine

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RIA claimed that Ukraine is ready for talks amid the ongoing Russian invasion. It said that Ukraine is ready for neutral status negotiations.

RIA: Ukraine ready for talks amid Russian invasion

RIA: Ukraine ready for neutral status negotiations amid Russian invasion

After months of speculations, calculations, assessments and back-to-back diplomatic talks, Ukraine is under attack from land and sea, this is the biggest attack in Europe since the cold war. Russian forces have now started bombing Kyiv as civilians report heaving bombing.

Kuleba condemns Russian rocket strike in Kyiv

Ukraine: Russian rockets strike in Kyiv, air raid alert sounded across the city

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Clashes reported in Northern Kyiv on day 2 of Russian invasion

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Kyiv under siege on day 2 of the attack

Reports of a massive missile strike in Ukraine's capital is being surfaced. Ukraine says that it has shot down a Russian plane over Kyiv. Ukraine President Zelinsky said that Ukraine needs an anti-war coalition.

Ukraine President Zelensky: We need an anti-war coalition amid Russian invasion

Russian president Vladimir Putin addressed the media amid the going conflict with Ukraine. He will be meeting oligarchs to discuss about the sanctions that the West is expected to impose after Russia logged attacks on Ukraine.

Russian president Vladimir Putin to discuss implications of sanctions imposed by West

The French Prime Minister has spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin and demanded he halts the offensive operations by Russia in Ukraine.

Paris: Macron speaks with Putin and demanded halt to offensive by Russia in Ukraine

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine and heavy fighting, Thousands of Ukrainians flee to Poland, and Hungary.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Thousands of Ukrainians flee to Poland, Hungary amid Russian invasion

Amid the Ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, US President Joe Biden said he has no plans to talk with Putin and has sent more forces to bolster NATO allies in Eastern Europe.

The US will not engage in war with Russia, forces will be deployed in defensive capacity

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